College Democrats President and Vice
President Endorse Obama; Delegate Countdown - 135.5 To Go

Chicago, IL –
Today, the College Democrats of America (CDA) President and Vice
President endorsed Barack Obama, citing his ability to inspire young
voters to become a part of the political process, and the record
numbers of young voters who have come out to the polls during this
election season.

CDA President Lauren Wolfe said, "We reached out to
college students nationwide through Facebook, MySpace and YouTube and
the responses were overwhelming. College students want change - and
Senator Obama offers an opportunity for all of us to move forward in
this country to talk about the issues that matter. We've struggled
under the burden of college loans that pile up day by day; while the
average casualty age for an American soldier in Iraq is 21. Young
people are the ones paying the price for George Bush's failed
leadership. Senator Obama offers us a new beginning and wants to make
our voices heard in our government."

"We are ready to roll up
our sleeves for Senator Obama by working with Students for Barack Obama
and the millions of students ready for change."

CDA Vice President Awais Khaleel
said, "As college students, we've come of age under the failed
leadership of George W. Bush and we are excited that we finally have a
candidate who speaks to our issues. Senator Obama is talking about the
issues we care about as college students – whether that's college
affordability or ending the Iraq War.

"We've heard from
thousands of youth voices through Facebook, MySpace, YouTube and email.
Without a doubt, college students are ready for change and a new kind
of leadership. Senator Obama empowers our voices and makes us feel like
an important part of the process. That is why we support him to be the
next president of the United States."

Senator Barack Obama
said, "At this defining moment in our nation's history -- a moment when
we can finally come together and bring about the change that is so
desperately needed in this country -- I am proud to accept the support
of the College Democrats of America's President and Vice President -
Lauren Wolfe and Awais Khaleel. The College Democrats represent the
future and their work is critical to a Democratic victory in
November.
They have worked hard to organize at the grassroots, energize their
college campuses, and mobilize students for change. During this
primary, young people have proven to be an incredibly powerful force at
the polls and I am grateful for their support. I look forward to
working with the College Democrats to continue building our grassroots
movement for change in colleges and universities across the country."